Situational Awareness 1
What does the "OODA" loop stand for?
Observe, Orient, Decide, Act
Name a distraction that reduces a persons situational awareness
Cell Phones
How would you put out a Class A Fire - Solid materials: wood, paper, fabric?
Water
For fire safety, every family should develop what?
An evacuation plan.
How do you call for help when there is a fire?
911
What should you notice when entering a space? E.G restaurants, stores, etc.
Exits, any anomalies
When an attacker throws a punch, should you move towards them or away from them?
Towards them
Name this condition: Unaware and not paying attention to people, things, or situations around you.
White
How should you NEVER put out a Class C fire?
Never use water.
When defending yourself, anything can be a ________.
weapon
How would you put out a Class C fire: Flammable gases - butane, methane, propane?
Turn off gas supply and use a Carbon dioxide or dry powder extinguisher.
What are the 4 Color Conditions?
White, Yellow, Orange, Red
Show how Mr. Tom taught the class to block.
(Visual answer)
How would you put out a Class B fire: Flammable liquids - alcohol, oil, gasoline?
Foam, powder, or carbon dioxide extinguisher
What is an indicator that someone may be carrying a weapon?
Printing, unnatural gait, jacket sag, hunchback, visible weapon, palming.
Name this condition: Alert Phase. Something is not right, and you've noticed it.
Orange
What information should you never share over the internet?
Any personal details, location, address, photos, etc.
What is palming?
Holding a knife in a way that conceals it from frontal view.
Name this condition: Aware but relaxed - taking notice of your environment. This is where you notice people and things that may be out of the ordinary.
Yellow
Name two ways to detect a lie.
Blink rate increases, convincing statement, failure to answer, lip compression, inconsistencies,
What is situational awareness?
Situational awareness is being aware of your surroundings, understanding what is normal, identifying what is an anomaly, and being able to respond accordingly.
Name 3 pre-attack indicators.
Furrowed eyebrows, glaring eyes, pursed lips, snarl, grooming, fidgeting, pointing, looking at their surrounding.
Name this condition: Action Phase. Ready to engage the threat.
Red
Name two ways to de-escalate a situation.
Remain calm, listen well, validate their feelings, speak in a soothing tone, try to understand their perspective.
Give an example of an anomaly.
Answers may vary - a man wearing a trench coat into Target in the summer.